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Chandragiri cable car officially inaugurated (photo feature)

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Kathmandu, December 16, 2016: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal officially inaugurated the Chandragiri Cable Car service in Chandragiri, Kathmandu on Thursday. Chandragiri Hills Ltd organised a special programme to mark the official launching ceremony of the cable car service.

Invited as chief guest during the programme, PM Dahal enjoyed the moment and performed a brief dance with the local artists.

Chandragiri is seven kilometers from Thankot, which lies on the south-west of Kathmandu valley. The 2.5 kilometer journey passes through a spectacular forest and natural landscapes.

Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday.

At an altitude of 2,540 metres from the sea level, the hilltop offers a breathtaking view of the Himalayan range and lush green forests. The surrounding hills are often blanketed by fog with chilly winds blowing. On a clear day, a row of Himalayan peaks extending from Annapurna in the West to Everest in the East can be seen from the top.

A one-way ticket costs Rs 450 and it costs Rs700 for a two-way ticket. Foreigners are charged $22 per person, while the price for Saarc nationals is IRs700.

Chandra Dhakal, Chairman of Chandragiri Cable Car welcome to Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Chandra Dhakal, Chairman of Chandragiri Cable Car welcome to Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Owner of Chandragiri Hills welcome to guest during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Owner of Chandragiri Hills welcome to guest during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal riding on a cable car during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday.Also seen in Photo Chandra Dhakal, Chairman of Chandragiri Cable Car.  POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal riding on a cable car during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday.Also seen in Photo Chandra Dhakal, Chairman of Chandragiri Cable Car. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal dancing during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal dancing during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal dancing during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal dancing during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal inauguration Chandragiri Cabal car during  officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal inauguration Chandragiri Cabal car during officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA
Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal during Chandragiri Cabal car officialy launching ceremony at Chandragiri Hill, Kathmandu on Thursday. POST PHOTO/PRAKASH CHANDRA TIMILSENA